"Federal agents are enforcing the authority of officials like White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, who is described as a white nationalist. They used tear gas, made arrests, and killed American citizens ..." more

Lancer Productions prides itself on providing an educational experience for its students. And one of the ways the staff tries to do that is by giving the cast and crew an opportunity to work with different directors. That’s been true for Children’s Theatre, as three years ago, North Scott alum Nate Curlott joined the directing staff with his partner, Leiren Jackson. more

At the beginning of every Walcott City Council meeting, members of the public are asked to introduce themselves. Sometimes this is a bit of a joke. At more than one meeting, I have been the only member of the public there. more

Jan. 31, 2001: Lancer Productions was preparing to present “West Side Story” as its winter musical. Daniel Kelchen and Kendra Wulf were cast as the star-crossed lovers Tony and Maria. The show would also feature adults in the cast, a first for Lancer Productions. These included Randy Denner as Officer Krupke, Tom Goodall as Doc, Steve Parmley as Glad Hand and Frank Wood as Lt. Shrank. more

"The Twin Cities local police is 600 strong with 3,000 untrained, masked ICE agents in their midst that operate with no regard for the law or the truth ..." more

"During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Donald Trump, visibly exhausted, spoke to world leaders ..." more

"This is legacy farmland. So much land in Scott County has already been lost to urban development sprawl. My wife and I are NOT in favor of this location for a power plant or for any use other than farming ..." more

" ... I respectfully oppose passing a Special Use Permit that would enable such a facility, or any energy generating facility, to be built on prime Iowa farmland while diminishing the quality of life of Scott County citizens ..." more

"Fifty-three years ago this month, the Supreme Court said that women have a right to choose to have an abortion without excessive government restriction ..." more

"We urge readers to take a strong stand for our community and tell the Supervisors to vote NO on this project. Pray that they will make the right decision by thinking about the people who live here ..." more

"We are in a very dangerous historic time. Wake up and see what is going on, unless you are still asleep and in denial ..." more

"Decency, dignity, virtue, class, respect, honesty, trust, and work ethics were assumed qualities of culturally normal people.  Our ancestors adopted decency from the ambient culture without note. Piety helped ..." more

"Our team is incredibly grateful to all who showed up and participated, as well as those who made monetary donations, donated silent auction/raffle items, individuals and organizations who volunteered and to our amazing sponsors.  This could never have been done without each and every one of you ..." more

"We oppose this amendment because we believe that Scott County’s best and most unique resource is its rich soil.  This should be preserved for agricultural use.  Once it is used for something like a power plant, we will never get those acres back ..." more

There’s a thing writers sometimes do when they’re not sure about something they’re working on. Maybe they feel like they’re being too emotional, or they’ve strayed away from the topic, or whatever. So, stick it in a drawer for 24 hours. more

Jan. 21, 1976: Eldridge officials were caught off guard when Caterpillar executives announced they had filed for voluntary annexation into Davenport for the Mount Joy plant. Eldridge and Davenport city officials had signed a 10-year moratorium on annexation in 1966, and the Caterpillar request seemed to herald an end to that agreement. Eldridge said it was cautiously proceeding to determine the city’s options, which could include a legal challenge. It was estimated that the Eldridge Fire Department could lose 50% of its tax base if the annexation was approved, and there were plenty of other uncertainties for the city. However, company officials said the North Scott School District would not be impacted, since the plant was entirely within the boundaries of the district. more

Iowa’s economy is built on agriculture. What happens at the farm gate ripples through our entire state. When farmers are doing well, Main Street businesses thrive, equipment dealers stay busy, manufacturers expand production, and rural communities remain strong. When agriculture struggles, the effects are felt everywhere. more

Nick Larson and a quarter of Iowa farmers get their health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. When ACA provisions expired at the end of 2025, Larson’s family faced an immediate tax increase of $3,000 per year. more

Monday, Jan. 12, marked the official start of the 2026 legislative session. This session, I am honored to continue serving as Chair of the Government Oversight Committee. I am also now the chair of the Economic Development Appropriations Subcommittee and will be serving as a member of the Agriculture, Appropriations, Commerce, Education, and Ways and Means committees. more

Jan. 12 was the beginning of the second year of the 91st General Assembly. It was exciting to watch the activity taking place in the Capitol as members prepared for the fall of the gavel. more